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A spokesperson for Basildon Hospital said: “A managed review, led by Thurrock social services, is currently being undertaken.

“As this is an ongoing investigation, we cannot comment further.

“We offer our sincerest condolences to the family of the boy at this extremely difficult time.”

Thousands of pounds have been raised to support the family since the boy’s death.

Almost £4,000 has already been raised, contributing to funeral which has already taken place.

Paying tribute to their son through the fundraising page, the family said: “When our son passed away on June 2 it was a huge shock to the family. He was always bursting with energy, always wearing a big grin on his face and out of nowhere he was taken from us.

“If you ever had the pleasure of meeting him you would know that he was truly one in a billion.